Maritime Security: Overview of Issues (CRS Report for Congress)
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| Release Date |
Revised Aug. 9, 2004 |
| Report Number |
RS21079 |
| Report Type |
Report |
| Authors |
John Frittelli, Resources, Science, and Industry Division |
| Source Agency |
Congressional Research Service |
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Summary:
In the wake of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, port security has emerged as a significant part of the overall debate on U.S. homeland security. Many port areas have vulnerabilities to terrorist attack because of their size, easy accessibility by water and land, proximity to urban areas, and the tremendous amount of cargo they handle. To raise port security standards, Congress passed the Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002 (P.L. 107-295) in November 2002. In the 108th Congress, implementation issues involving various security provisions in the Act may be addressed. Some of the provisions in the Act raise broad policy issues, such as finding the right balance between security and commerce, and between standard versus port-specific security measures. Congress may give consideration to assigning roles and responsibilities to the various government agencies and private stakeholders that engage in port activity. Congress may also continue debate on how to generate funds for further improving the security infrastructure of ports. This report will be updated periodically.
